Cigarette-box



M. Ton'onoFFyf CIGARETTE Box APPLICATION FILED MA Y26,}9I9. 1,356,671. v Patented Oct. 26, 1920.

' 2 SHEETSSHEET M. TODOROFF. CIGARETTE BOX.

APPLICATION FILED MAY 26, I919.

1,356,671; Patented Oct. 26,1920.

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retaining the same closed until the latch is released. W

The complete operation of the invention will be apparent from this detailed description thereof, the lid 12 being readily closed for depressing the cigarettes and matches and opened automatically when the catch 30 is released while the release of the latch 37 permits the spring 35 to automatically project the holder" 31. A smokers case is provided serviceable in saving the time of the user by rendering it easier to extract cigarettes and matches whenever desired for use, as well as holding the same in a safe and clean position when the case is closed;

The invention is al sanitary and easily cleaned by disassemb'ing the parts whenever desired. While the form of the invention herein set forth is believed to be preferable, it may be understood that minor changes may be. made therein without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as claimed.

side, of the casing and terminating at its lower end at a point upwardly of the ledges, a platform vertically movable in the casing .above the ledges and beneath the partition,

a multiple leaf spring supported at its lower end upon the ledges. and engaging and supporting the platformat its upper end, a

hinged cover for the casing, and a vertical arm carried by the spring and 'frictionally engaging the under sides of the cover to open the same when the cover is released and the platform moved upwardly.

In testimony whereof I affix mysignature.

MICHAEL TODOROFF. 

